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Puritanism

Main Entry:: pu·ri·tan·ism
Pronunciation:: \ˈpyu̇r-ə-t^ən-ˌi-zəm\
Function:: noun
Date:: 1573

1capitalized : the beliefs and practices characteristic of the Puritans2: strictness and austerity especially in matters of religion or conduct

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